loeng6 jing4量刑
Jyutpingloeng6 jing4
Yaleleuhng yìhng
Definition
Sentencing; the judicial determination of a criminal penalty by a court.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the judicial process of determining the appropriate punishment after a conviction. It is a formal legal term that is rarely used in casual conversation outside of discussing news, court cases, or legal procedures.
Examples
The judge started the sentencing process today.
Related words
Common phrases
starting point for sentencing
sentencing guidelines
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the general act of punishing someone, which is 判刑. While 判刑 refers to the final act of handing down a sentence, 量刑 focuses on the deliberation and assessment phase that leads to that decision.
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